Estate Litigation Attorney (NY) – 4-Day In-Office

Offit Kurman; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Offit Kurman is seeking an Estate Litigation Attorney in New York with 2–10 years of experience to join our trusts and estates litigation practice. The candidate will handle complex disputes in Surrogate's Court, Supreme Court, and federal court, with opportunities for growth and client advisory.

The candidate should have experience drafting motions, conducting depositions, appearing in court, and advising clients through sensitive, high-stakes situations.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of litigation experience in trusts and estates.
• Strong foundation in trusts and estates, fiduciary litigation, guardianships, Surrogate's Court procedure, or elder law.
• Experience drafting motions, conducting depositions, appearing in court.
• Excellent writing skills and attention to detail.
• New York bar admission is required.

Responsibilities

• Handle a portfolio of complex disputes in Surrogate's Court, Supreme Court, and federal court.
• Draft motions, conduct depositions, appear in court, and advise clients through sensitive matters.
• Collaborate with colleagues on strategy and participate in business development for growth.

Skills

Litigation

Trusts & Estates

Fiduciary litigation

Guardianships

Surrogate's Court procedure

Elder law

Drafting motions

Depositions

Court appearances

Client advising

Job description

Offit Kurman is seeking an Estate Litigation Attorney in New York with 2–10 years of experience to join our trusts and estates litigation practice. The candidate will handle complex disputes in Surrogate's Court, Supreme Court, and federal court, with opportunities for growth and client advisory.

The candidate should have experience drafting motions, conducting depositions, appearing in court, and advising clients through sensitive, high-stakes situations.